What Does An Esl Teacher Do

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Mudita Yajnik TEFL Information Teaching Ideas What’s the best way to find out what your students know? Or, how much they’ve been paying attention, or what you need to revisit? Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas ESA is a three-stage methodology where each of the letters represents a particular phase of the lesson. The first one being called the Engage phase, the second the Study phase and the final one the Activate phase. Tamara Jennings Teaching Ideas Are you an English teacher and trying to find suitable material for your lessons? This blog post focuses on media influences in...  [Read more]

Mudita Yajnik TEFL Information Teaching Ideas What’s the best way to find out what your students know? Or, how much they’ve been paying attention, or what you need to revisit? Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas ESA is a three-stage methodology where each of the letters represents a particular phase of the lesson. The first one being called the Engage phase, the second the Study phase and the final one the Activate phase. Tamara Jennings Teaching Ideas Are you an English teacher and trying to find suitable material for your lessons? This blog post focuses on media influences in...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas My personal experience being an ESL teacher in China. Does the content of TEFL, YouTube, LinkedIn and Blog’s have more prowess over a newly graduated university student with passion? Let us not forget, most training institutes are businesses first and education institutions second with advertising portraying the latter as their priority. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Troy D. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. To be an ESL teacher is rewarding. It can be tiresome – energized kids and constant attention - but the reward out-weighs the labor. Teaching is not for everyone and neither is sleeping (night owls versus early...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to the most common problems for ESL students in the UAE. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Teaching grammar to younger students can be daunting. In this blog post, our TEFL graduate explains how to do that better. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post contains information on reasons to use stories in your TEFL teaching. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL graduate gives a piece of advice on how to regulate stressful situations in the classroom. Elizaveta Pachina ...  [Read more]

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Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas As an ESL teacher, getting your students talking can be one of the most difficult things to accomplish. English learners often lack the necessary confidence to speak openly and freely in English. The following activities are perfect for getting your students out of their shells! Here are 7 go-to activities for your ESL conversation class. Catia Pereira dos Santos Teaching Ideas What kind of teacher do you want to become? Can you picture it in your mind? Well, I did! When I first started my journey as a Portuguese and English online tutor, I asked myself this question and it landed me on a few ideas which are also present over some units of the ESL...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This blog post contains information on Howard Gardner's Theory of Multiple Intelligences. Minh Huy Hoang Destinations Alumni Experiences What opportunities does Vietnam have to attract people who want to live and work here permanently? Here are some reasons to help you decide whether or not to teach English in Vietnam. Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Our TEFL graduate considers the point of motivation as a factor for achieving better learning results. Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This blog post is devoted...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How to design a perfect lesson plan and use it effectively our TEFL graduate explains in this blog post. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas What are the principles of lesson planning and how it can enhance your teaching? This blog post is devoted to this problem. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Teachers definitely need to work on their skills and style. In this blog post, our TEFL graduate considers several benefits teachers get from taking a TEFL course. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Slang is a colloquial form of language. However, it does...  [Read more]

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Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Most Adult ESL students are highly motivated students – at first. They are eager to join a formal class setting to improve their English skills for themselves and for their future (career). They usually voluntarily join the class (unless instructed by a manager or supervisor). So in fact, the motivation is internal and comes naturally from within themselves. This is great for the teacher and usually assures an energetic start to the class term. However, as the term continues, the motivation naturally wines down. The excitement fades and the students have more excuses for not coming to class or when in class, have a low participation rate. So, as an ESL Instructor, why is it important to keep your students...  [Read more]

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Shirin Sophy Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas The study stage, when the teaching is actually done, is the second phase of a straight-arrow ESA lesson plan. What needs to be taught in this stage depends on the course content and the source the teacher is expected to cover through a specific period. Zareena Younis Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas What does teaching mean to you? Do you have a great passion for it? This post is to all the great teachers out there making a difference in their students' lives. Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Are you a new ESL...  [Read more]

Shirin Sophy Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas The study stage, when the teaching is actually done, is the second phase of a straight-arrow ESA lesson plan. What needs to be taught in this stage depends on the course content and the source the teacher is expected to cover through a specific period. Zareena Younis Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas What does teaching mean to you? Do you have a great passion for it? This post is to all the great teachers out there making a difference in their students' lives. Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Are you a new ESL...  [Read more]

1. Introduction 2. Benefits of ESL Certification 3. Types of ESL Certification 4. How to Choose the Right ESL Certification Program Welcome to our ESL certification tips and advice page, provided by ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training). If you are considering a career in teaching English as a second language (ESL) or are already in the field and looking to enhance your skills, this page is for you. In the following paragraphs, we will discuss the benefits of ESL certification, the different types of ESL certifications available, how to choose the right program for you, and answer some frequently asked questions about ESL certification. Obtaining ESL certification can open up a world of opportunities for you as a teacher. It provides you with the necessary skills and knowledge to...  [Read more]

Shirin Sophy Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas The activation phase is naturally divided into some steps to facilitate the activation process, including the controlled, semi-controlled, and free practices that are briefly discussed in this post. Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Do you want your new students to come back again? Do you want students to do homework? Are you looking for fun activities for your online classes? In this live stream, we will look at how to engage and motivate English learners outside the classroom at 100%. Ahmed Taha TEFL Information Alumni Experiences ...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas I am a South African who has worked in South Korea for more than eight years and one of the most important tools as an ESL teacher from a whole different nationality and culture has been the knowledge and awareness of cultural sensitivity in the classroom. When I meet a new ESL teacher and they ask me for advice this is usually the first thing I recommend: become an expert in the culture. It helps you meet the needs of your students and it creates a comfortable environment in which your students want to learn. In this essay we will look at what is culture, strategies for culture learning and how to assess your level of cultural competence. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Amy B. Please note...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences English is one of the most widely spoken languages and it is taught in a lot of countries. Globalization, fast economic development makes many people study English. People learn English for different reasons: business, education, life abroad, traveling, personal interest. Chinese students are not an exception. With the growing economies of China, the need for learning English increased dramatically. What challenges do Chinese students face when learning English? What challenges does the teacher meet teaching Chinese students? What teaching approach can be found? This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Darya M. Let’s talk about the most typical challenges when teaching Chinese learners and...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Teaching English for special purposes might be quite difficult. In this blog post, our TEFL graduate considers Business English teaching. Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Our TEFL graduate shares their experience of working in rural Japan. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to the problem of parents' participation in the students' education process. Our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts. Amanda Stern Alumni Experiences What is more important in teaching language: fluency or accuracy? This is an age-old question...  [Read more]

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Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The biggest influence online education has on ESL is that it changes the dynamics of the classroom to be nontraditional. It does not necessarily reflect the situations teachers envision themselves in when they set out to teach ESL. This nontraditional dynamic stretches from the delivery methods like online teaching platforms to the class itself and even the work and homework for students. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Jacob F. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Traditionally in classroom teachers and students see each other and have a standardized lesson plan for a relatively large group of students. Online education is...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This article is devoted to the problem of teaching different age groups. Our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts and experience of work with children and adults. Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this article, our TEFL alumna answers the question on teacher's skills and their origin. Can you become a good teacher or you have to be born with necessary personal qualities to be a good teacher? Read in this blog post. Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares their story of teaching abroad. They worked in China, one of the most popular destinations for...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas What are the principles of lesson planning and how it can enhance your teaching? This blog post is devoted to this problem. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Teachers definitely need to work on their skills and style. In this blog post, our TEFL graduate considers several benefits teachers get from taking a TEFL course. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Slang is a colloquial form of language. However, it does not mean teachers should avoid it in their lessons. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In the globalized world, English takes the central...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Teaching is a challenging labor that requires different factors to do it properly. First of all, the person who teaches has to have the vocation to help others. Otherwise, either the teacher or the students will enjoy the classes. Then, a teacher has to have clear that there are several aspects that the university does not prepare the teacher students. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Danny M. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. For instance, if you are teaching children, several situations are not part of the academic process. For that reason, teachers have to have clear what they have to teach and how they will do it. Because if...  [Read more]

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Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences In this blog we discuss some of the fundamentals of the industry, include general terminology, application for teaching posts and typical qualification requirements. As the points are general in nature, some information may not apply to specific situations and you should always do your own research to confirm the current situation. Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Online teaching has much in common with teaching in a traditional classroom. There are however some fundamental differences, particularly in class make-up and the use of equipment. By...  [Read more]

Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences In this blog we discuss some of the fundamentals of the industry, include general terminology, application for teaching posts and typical qualification requirements. As the points are general in nature, some information may not apply to specific situations and you should always do your own research to confirm the current situation. Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Online teaching has much in common with teaching in a traditional classroom. There are however some fundamental differences, particularly in class make-up and the use of equipment. By...  [Read more]

Zareena Younis Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas What does teaching mean to you? Do you have a great passion for it? This post is to all the great teachers out there making a difference in their students' lives. Shirin Sophy TEFL Information Teaching Ideas When it comes to student engagement, there is a wide variety of tools a teacher can take to the class in order to keep the students attracted and focused all through the lesson. Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Are you a new ESL teacher or thinking of becoming one? This live stream will help you...  [Read more]

Zareena Younis Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas What does teaching mean to you? Do you have a great passion for it? This post is to all the great teachers out there making a difference in their students' lives. Shirin Sophy TEFL Information Teaching Ideas When it comes to student engagement, there is a wide variety of tools a teacher can take to the class in order to keep the students attracted and focused all through the lesson. Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Are you a new ESL teacher or thinking of becoming one? This live stream will help you...  [Read more]

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